These days, the constant crossover between art and fashion is nothing new. What is rare, however, is a designer who takes her art as seriously as VPL’s Victoria Bartlett. She spent nearly a year assembling the works that are on display starting today in the “Second Skin” exhibition at the brand’s Soho store, as well as in the accompanying book, both co-curated with Renée Vara. The latex covered limited edition book is designed by Berger & Wild.

The Hacienda de San Antonio—first established in 1890 and acquired by Sir James Goldsmith in the 1970’s—sits in the highlands of Colima, Mexico, near the crater of the Volcán de Fuego. The newly restored property, built on five hundred acres of a coffee plantation, offers comfort, tranquility, and luxury for those seeking either active pursuits or total relaxation.

Last week my friend Hector invited me to go see his friend Fernando rehearsing in Pina Bausch’s “Vollmond,” which opened last Friday at BAM. I have to say I am not a huge fan of modern dance, but this performance blew me away! It was so good, in fact, that the audience gave the dance company […]